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Corporal Petrus Badenhorst is employed as a general service equipment technician at No. 27 Squadron. Photo: Sergeant Pete Gammie
Air Force

Trade ambitions lead to one-of-a-kind experience

South African-born Corporal Petrus Badenhorst is bringing diversity and enthusiasm to his role as a ground support equipment technician.
A RAAF Mirage fighter A3-55 aircraft is transported from RAAF Base Amberley to RAAF Base Townsville, Queensland. Photo: Corporal Colin Dadd
Air Force

Historical journey for two vintage aircraft

Two vintage RAAF aircraft have made an 1800km road journey from RAAF Base Amberley to their new home.
A plaque dedicated to Caribou A4-199, which now takes pride of place at the front of RAAF Base Townsville.
Air Force History

New resting place for a former workhorse

Caribou A4-199 has a new resting place at the front of RAAF Base Townsville.
Based at Royal Australian Air Force Base Townsville, Corporal Madeline Meyer is an Instructor at the Combat Survival Training School.
Air Force

A world of opportunities

A native of Sale, Corporal Madeline Meyer spent a lot of her time growing up in Yarram where her grandparents farmed.
No. 27 Squadron Wing Commander Mathew Green and Indigenous Liaison Officer Flight Lieutenant David Williams and No. 383 Squadron Wing Commander Alan Brown.
Defence Anzac Day

Indigenous service linked to the spirit of sacrifice

The contribution of Indigenous Diggers to the protection of the nation should never be forgotten.
Flight Sergeant Damian Holding conducting a search.
Air Force

A rollercoaster ride of responsibility

International Mine Awareness Day is a time to reflect on what remains a dangerous yet vital duty.
Wing Commander Alan Brown, left, and Squadron Leader Simon Longley at RAAF Base Townsville. Photo: Flight Lieutenant Maria Almeida
Air Force Leadership

Career paths cross again 31 years later

Wing Commander Alan Brown and Squadron Leader Simon Longley started out as trainees in 1989.

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